Name: Sanctuary Sounds: Masterworks for the Spirit Inaugural Concert
Start: 2026-10-24T09:00:00-05:00
Location: Highland Park Presbyterian Church

Highland Park Presbyterian Church

Concert I: A Halloween Haunting, October 24, 2026, 2pm
In this theatrical and musically compelling program, pianist Susan Merdinger and members of the Sheridan Solisti present Halloween Haunting, an imaginative concert of “ghost-themed” classical works for piano, organ, and chamber ensemble by Bach, Beethoven, Bolcom, Liszt and Levinson. The program features author and narrator Karen Kaplan presenting excerpts from her novel “Conjoined”, interwoven with music reflecting themes of memory, spirit, and the supernatural. A centerpiece of the program is the Chicago live premiere of Dybbuk Piano Trio by Grammy-nominated composer Ilya Levinson.The Sanctuary Sounds Concert Series is Free and Open to the Public, but donations are gratefully accepted on the Highland Park Presbyterian Church website. www.hppcil.org

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Are you longing for more- more meaning, connection, or a deeper relationship with God? Alpha is an 11 week journey that invites you to explore life's biggest questions and encounter Jesus in a warm and welcoming environment. Each week includes a shared meal, a short video and honest conversation in small groups. Whether you're curious about faith, returning after a time away, or seeking to go deeper, Alpha is a place to belong, to be heard, and to rediscover the joy of Christian life. Come and see to try it out. There is no pressure to continue. Please use the link to register.&nbsp; This is the last opportunity to join this session.

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Alpha

Are you longing for more- more meaning, connection, or a deeper relationship with God? Alpha is an 11 week journey that invites...

Port Clinton Square

The City of Highland Park will celebrate the start of the fall season with its third annual Scarecrow Fest and the grand finale of the 2026 Downtown Concert Series at Port Clinton Square and throughout downtown on Sept. 25 from 4-8 p.m.
Attendees can stroll through Highland Park’s Central Business District to discover more than two dozen uniquely decorated scarecrows displayed throughout participating downtown businesses and vote for the “Best in Show Scarecrow.”
The celebration continues at Port Clinton Square with family-friendly activities, live music, food and drinks, and fall-themed fun. Activities include face painting, airbrush tattoos, pumpkin crafts, Wizard of Oz characters, including Dorothy and Glinda, and larger-than-life scarecrow puppets.
Live performances will include Miss Jamie’s Farm from 4-4:30 p.m., Istvan &amp; His Imaginary Band from 4:45-5:15 p.m., Ben Tatar &amp; The Tatar Tots from 5:30-6:30 p.m., and Taylor &amp; Mane from 6:30-8 p.m.
Local food and drink vendors will be onsite, with beverages available for attendees 21 and older. Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and enjoy an evening of fall festivities, live entertainment and community fun in downtown Highland Park. Don't miss this festive fall celebration in downtown Highland Park!

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Scarecrow Fest

The City of Highland Park will celebrate the start of the fall season with its third annual Scarecrow Fest and the grand finale...

The City of Highland Park is thrilled to announce an eclectic line-up of coordinated entertainment and cuisine as part of the 2026 Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton series. Select Fridays, July 10 through September 25 at Port Clinton Square in Downtown Highland Park, the public is invited to take a trip around the world - without ever leaving Highland Park. Attendees will partake in global cuisine from a different onsite local Highland Park restaurant each week while enjoying accompanying world music and entertainment. No passport necessary.
Over the course of ten Friday evenings, attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to Port Clinton Square and start their summer weekends with free live music for the entire family. Concerts will generally run from 6 PM - 8 PM. Please note there will be no concerts July 24 or August 28, and the July 10 concert will take place from 5 PM - 7 PM. The season finale on September 25 will be held from 4 PM – 8 PM and feature the return of the ever-popular Scarecrow Trail through Downtown Highland Park. Over one dozen Downtown businesses will decorate seasonal scarecrows in front of their shops, creating a fun and festive Scarecrow Trail. Attendees will be able to vote “best in show, with the winner being announced during Stews &amp; Brews on October 10.
Commemorate fall with scarecrows, pumpkins, great food, live music, and family fun! The Downtown Concerts Season Finale features a line-up of family-friendly music and activities, seasonal decor, and a Scarecrow Trail through town to see over two dozen festive scarecrows, each uniquely decorated by local businesses, to cast a vote for “Best in Show.”

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Port Clinton Concert Series: Scarecrow Fest

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Binny's Beverage Depot - Highland Park

Highland Park Community Foundation (HPCF) will bring together residents, local businesses, restaurants, and community supporters for its annual Gather for Good celebration on Friday, September 25, from 6:30 to 9 PM at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Highland Park. The event offers an opportunity to enjoy great food and drinks, connect with neighbors, and support HPCF’s grants to nonprofits that meet the needs of our community.

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Gather for Good

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DINX Social Club

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To learn more and purchase tickets, visit: catholiccharities.net/serve-up-hope

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Serve Up Hope: an evening of community, connection, generosity, and hope.

Madame Zuzu’s

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HEADLINER: LINDSAY PORTER (Zanies Comedy Clubs | Bad Momz of Comedy) with special guest comedians.
Madame Zuzu’s is a local plant-based teashop in Highland Park, Illinois, owned and operated by musician Billy Corgan, founder of the grammy-winning Smashing Pumpkins, and fashion designer Chloe Mendel. Madame Zuzu’s combines insanely delicious plant-based foods, rare teas of the world, and an open source venue for the arts.

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Lake County Fairgrounds

The Lake County Fall Boat Show is coming to the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake on September 26–27, 2026.
The two-day event will feature a wide variety of new and used boats, including pontoons, tritoons, fishing boats, runabouts, ski and wake boats, plus an indoor used boat corral for shoppers looking for pre-owned options.
Boat owners considering an upgrade can also take advantage of onsite trade evaluations and speak directly with participating dealers about end-of-season pricing and fall buying opportunities. Select new-boat purchases may also qualify for incentives such as free winter storage.
Admission is free, making the show an easy weekend stop for boat owners, families, anglers and anyone considering getting on the water next season.
Lake County Fall Boat Show 
September 26–27, 2026 
Lake County Fairgrounds — Grayslake, IL 
Free Admission 
LakeCountyFallBoatShow.com

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Lake County Fall Boat Show 

The Lake County Fall Boat Show is coming to the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake on September 26–27, 2026.
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The Ninth Annual Event for the GPF Foundation​ features a keynote appearance by Ryan Knutson​, Editor &amp; Co-Host of ​T​he Journal, the daily podcast from the Wall Street Journal​. ​Lake Forest's Larry Potash, WGN-TV, ​w​ill again be emcee. ​Funds raised support the GPF Foundation’s goal of “Saving Lives Through Awareness.”
Ryan Knutson is a co-host and senior news editor of “The Journal,” a daily podcast produced by the Wall Street Journal that explores the forces driving global events, markets and major companies. Previously he worked at PBS and ProPublica, building a reputation for sharp investigative reporting and clear, accessible storytelling. Just like the GPF Foundation, Ryan's work helps bring awareness and understanding about news and events that impact us all.
In addition to the cocktail party, seated meal and conviviality, guests at the Annual Event will also hear an update on GPF Foundation initiatives from Ross and Nancy Friedman, Board Chair and Director, respectively. Current activities include:

<ul><li>Continued progress on the Blind Spot, an educational video game that has moved into the third phase of development to explore commercial viability.</li><li>First-responder and health professional training and partnerships.</li><li>Development of a diagnostic scoring system for medical professionals.</li><li>On-going Harm Reduction training for at-risk communities.</li><li>The launch of an Associate Board made up of young adult volunteers to help spread awareness on harm reduction and the Foundation’s life-saving work. </li></ul>

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The Ninth Annual Event for the GPF Foundation​ features a keynote appearance by Ryan Knutson​, Editor & Co-Host of ​T​he...

An Evening of Insight Promised at the GPF Foundation's Ninth Annual Event

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Explore the power of artificial intelligence in everyday life—join Lake Forest College professors Dr. Benjamin Zeller and Dr. Rachel Whidden for the return of this highly-acclaimed community engagement series
Artificial Intelligence and Everyday Life: Understanding, Engaging, and Applying AI
Registration fee: $450 for the five-week series
Registration deadline: Thursday, October 8
Course times: Thursday evenings, 6-8:30 p.m.
Course dates: October 15, October 22, October 29, November 5, November 12
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing how we learn, work, create, communicate, and make decisions. Held at the historic Krebs Center for the Humanities, this five-week series offers an accessible introduction to AI while exploring the ethical, social, cultural, and philosophical questions it raises – through demonstrations, discussion, and real-world case studies designed to help participants become informed and thoughtful users of these emerging technologies. Each week will highlight a new topic and begin with a social reception featuring food and refreshments.
Both the educational content and social receptions will offer opportunities to build community, engage with College leadership, and learn more about ongoing campus initiatives.
Register for this course by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community/lifelong-learning/ai-series-x86317" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Visit the Community Engagement website by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Registration is required to attend. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, but full attendance is not required.

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Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: AI Course

Discover the artistry of musical voices—Join Lake Forest College professor Dr. Dan Schwartz for this exciting new community engagement series
Beyond the Melody: How and Why Unique Instruments Produce Unique Sounds
Registration fee: $250 for the four-week series
Registration deadline: Monday, October 12
Course times: Monday evenings, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Course dates: October 19, October 26, November 2, November 9
Held at the newly renovated Glen Rowan House, “Beyond the Melody” is an engaging lecture and live performance series that invites audiences to discover the remarkable artistry and individuality of four distinctive musical voices: the cello, flute, oboe, and a blues band. Each week spotlights a different featured instrument or ensemble, exploring its history, evolution, and role across musical traditions while revealing the fascinating ways it creates sound. The opening and closing sessions will include a social reception featuring food and refreshments prior to class.
Both the educational content and social receptions will offer opportunities to build community, engage with College leadership, and learn more about ongoing campus initiatives.
Register for this course by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community/lifelong-learning/music-performance-series" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Visit the Community Engagement website by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Registration is required to attend. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, but full attendance is not required.

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Discover the artistry of musical voices—Join Lake Forest College professor Dr. Dan Schwartz for this exciting new community...

Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Music Performance Course

1st Presbyterian&nbsp;Rummage Sale &nbsp;- &nbsp;Saturday, Sept 26 8am-3pm 700 N Sheridan Rd &nbsp;Lake ForestWoman, Mens and Kids Clothing, Winter Sports, Boots and Shoes, Holiday, Toys and Outdoor toys, Bond Street, Better Woman Clothes, Linens. Hats and Purses, Dorm Essentials, Bikes and MORE!!

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1st Presbyterian Rummage Sale  -  Saturday, Sept 26 8am-3pm700 N Sheridan Rd  Lake ForestWoman, Mens and Kids Clothing, Winter Sports, Boots and...

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Northbrook's New Home for Pretzels & Cinnamon Rolls

Auntie Anne’s & Cinnabon Northbrook

Auntie Anne's &amp; Cinnabon brings two beloved brands together under one roof in Northbrook. Conveniently located at 1036 Willow Road in the Willow Festival shopping center, this unique location is the only combined Auntie Anne's &amp; Cinnabon in Chicago's Northwest Suburbs and features a standalone storefront for easy access. Guests can enjoy Auntie Anne's famous hand-rolled pretzels, pretzel nuggets, and refreshing beverages alongside Cinnabon's world-famous cinnamon rolls, BonBites, and other sweet treats. Whether you're looking for a quick snack, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a dessert to share, there's something for every craving. The location also offers catering options, including pretzel buckets, cinnamon roll trays, and other crowd-pleasing favorites perfect for office meetings, school events, parties, and family gatherings. Everything is baked fresh throughout the day, delivering the warm, delicious flavors that have made both brands favorites for generations. Join us for our Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Monday, June 15 at 12:00 p.m. and experience why some things are better together.

Auntie Anne's & Cinnabon brings two beloved brands together under one roof in Northbrook. Conveniently located at 1036 Willow Road in the Willow...

Your New Favorite Yoga Studio,  Modern Yoga for Every Body

YogaSix Highland Park

At YogaSix Highland Park, we believe yoga should be accessible, empowering, and energizing for everybody. Our modern, welcoming studio offers a variety of heated and non-heated classes designed to meet you where you are—whether you’re brand new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice. From strength-building Power and Sculpt + Flow classes to restorative Slow Flow and Restore experiences, every class is designed to help you move, sweat, reset, and reconnect. More than just a workout, YogaSix Highland Park is a community-focused space where members can show up exactly as they are. Our experienced instructors create an inclusive environment that feels supportive, motivating, and approachable—without intimidation or pressure. We focus on movement that feels good, music that keeps the energy high, and experiences that leave you feeling stronger both physically and mentally. Located in the heart of Highland Park, our studio is proud to offer a consistent schedule of classes seven days a week, special workshops, wellness events, and opportunities to connect with others in the community. Whether you’re looking to build strength, reduce stress, improve flexibility, or simply carve out time for yourself, YogaSix Highland Park is here to support your goals. We’re more than a yoga studio—we’re a place to sweat, grow, breathe, and belong.

At YogaSix Highland Park, we believe yoga should be accessible, empowering, and energizing for everybody. Our modern, welcoming studio offers a...

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Trinity Episcopal

Trinity Episcopal is a welcoming church community located at 425 Laurel Avenue in the heart of Highland Park, Illinois. As a historic spiritual home, the church serves the local area by providing regular worship services, Bible study, and active community ministry programs. Beyond its religious services, Trinity Episcopal functions as a versatile community center and event venue. The church offers flexible, historic spaces suitable for a variety of needs, including wedding ceremonies, funeral services, concerts, performances, and private gatherings. Their facilities are designed to accommodate groups of all sizes, making them a popular choice for local events and community-focused activities. Visitors and event organizers can expect a warm, inclusive environment that balances historic charm with modern functionality. Whether you are seeking a place for spiritual growth or a unique venue for your next celebration, Trinity Episcopal provides a dedicated space to bring people together.

Trinity Episcopal is a welcoming church community located at 425 Laurel Avenue in the heart of Highland Park, Illinois. As a historic spiritual...

North Shore School of Dance

For over 35 years, the North Shore School of Dance (NSSD) has been a leader in dance education and professional training. Our dedicated faculty provides high-quality instruction in a nurturing, disciplined, and inspiring environment. We strive to educate the mind, body, and soul—honoring the tradition of dance as an art form. At NSSD, we don’t just teach routines—we teach students how to dance. Our training builds confidence, discipline, and lifelong skills Classes are offered in ballet, pointe, modern, contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, Pre-school dance, Mommy and me, and adult classes.

For over 35 years, the North Shore School of Dance (NSSD) has been a leader in dance education and professional training. Our dedicated faculty...

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